230 – Connections for Physiological Signals in an MRI

For Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) applications, it can be important to collect auxiliary physiological data in conjunction with the Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) image data. This auxiliary data includes physiological signals such as: Electrocardiogram (ECG), Electromyogram (EMG), Electroculogram (EOG), Electrogastrogram (EGG), Temperature, Respiration, Eccrine Activity (EDA, EDR, SCL, SCR or GSR), Blood Volume Pulse (PPG), Hand Grip Strength (Dynamometry), Finger Twitch, and a variety of pressure based signals.

1. A safe environment for the subject.
2. High quality NMR image data.

IMPORTANT! See Safety Guidelines for recording  biopotential measurements in the MRI environment.

 See also: Cal Tech Notes – SCR Recording During fMRI Acquisition

Associated Applications

• Micro Pressure Measurement - MPMS Systems provide accurate data, high speed, and small sensor size. Ideal for small animal research studies such as ICP and LVP. MRI compatible sensors available.
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging with BIOPAC Equipment - Electrodes, electrode leads, transducers, and stimulus options for safe data acquisition in the MRI. Record biopotentials, temperature, respiration, EDA, dynamometry, blood pressure, etc.